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Adrift
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- Narrated by: Steven Callahan
- Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 10-10-08
- Language: English
- Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Regular price: $20.97
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Publisher's Summary
Racked by hunger, buffeted by storms, scorched by the tropical sun, Callahan drifted for 1,800 miles, fighting off sharks with a makeshift spear and watching as nine ships passed him by. "A real human drama that delves deeply into man's survival instincts (Library Journal), Adrift is a story of anguish and horror, of undying heroism, hope, and survival, and a must-read for any adventure lover.
Critic Reviews
"Fascinating...a clearly written ocean yarn in which the stakes are high and a brave man wins through." (Wall Street Journal)
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- Christopher
- Kew Gardens, NY, USA
- 12-01-08
I listened all the way through
One of the rare audiobooks that I couldn't stop listening to. The details and story is what was missing from the other sailing books I've heard. The addition of the interview with the author was a great surprise.
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- Gustofwind
- 06-16-12
Fantastic Story
If you could sum up Adrift in three words, what would they be?
Wow
What was one of the most memorable moments of Adrift?
The guys ability to keep living.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I couldve.
Any additional comments?
Gods hand was on him all the way!
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Christopher
- Greenville, SC, United States
- 08-27-10
Excellent Book
The story keeps you listening from start to finish. I would recommend as an excellent book.
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- Barb
- Tewksbury, MA, USA
- 04-29-10
Fantastic!
Gripping book. Amazing detailed and fascinating account of this guy's ordeal lost at sea. Highly recommended.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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- Amazonesia
- 05-21-18
I am struggling to finish
I like to listen to audio books as I do chores around the house, and this book seems to be too mundane even for that. I made it to the chapter where he's rambling on about wanting to bang a fish, but her parents wouldn't approve. I bet the author really loved the movie the shape of water
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- Sjoukje #2
- 04-12-13
Spellbinding!
Where does Adrift rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Top 5%
What other book might you compare Adrift to and why?
The worst journey in the world
What about the narrator’s performance did you like?
Intense
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Survival despite unbelievable odds
Any additional comments?
A must for lovers of the outdoors!
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- Reuben
- 03-09-13
To test oneself...
...to the limit cannot really be done in a training scenario no matter how serious the situation. It is only when death threatens around every corner that human ingenuity and the will to survive can be truly revealed. Callahan depicts these qualities in graphic brilliance and forces the listener to experience at least a little of what he went through.
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- Bobbie
- Arvada, CO, United States
- 12-13-11
Amazing True Story
Would you consider the audio edition of Adrift to be better than the print version?
I believe both versions would have been equally good but I enjoyed the Audio version
What other book might you compare Adrift to and why?
Life of Pi
Which scene was your favorite?
There were so many!!
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes
Any additional comments?
Nope
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- Sally
- 08-26-18
Could not stop listening!
Fast-paced and harrowing, Callahan's story is a roller coaster of emotions. A testament to how ingenuity is the key survival in the face of overwhelming odds. Loved every minute of this book.
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- Monica Miller
- 08-19-18
The story is amazing, the author reading it himself...not amazing
I really love the story, I wish they would record it again with a professional reading it. There were so many dramatic times in the book that the author just sounded like he was reading it as quickly as possible. I kind of think only David Sedaris can read his own work, also maybe Tony Robbins... But for the most part it’s not a good idea for an author to read his book, it actually does take a little bit of acting.
However, if you like a lost at sea adventure then this is a great book. Maybe, like me, you can just get past the reader.
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- Abraham DeLacey
- 01-10-19
One of my favorite books
I love this book. I have both read and listened to it several times. It’s a terrible ordeal he goes through, but he keeps a nuanced view of what’s happening all the time. It’s amazing. 10/10 recommendation.
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- paula
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amazing story of human spirit
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Good Listen
What made the experience of listening to Adrift the most enjoyable?
The auther described his surroundings so well you had a mental picture of it.
Who was your favorite character and why?
There was only one character which was the sailer.
What about the narrator’s performance did you like?
He read the book calmly but also expressed the excitement of catching a fish, or the overwhelming feeling of helplessness in the current surroundings.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No.
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- Anonymous User
- 04-19-17
An unbelievable story of survival and endurance
I feel privileged for having heard this remarkable story.
Stevens ability to adapt to his new environment and his relentless struggle to push on left me mesmerized and blessed for the simple things we take for granted. Thank you